WHAT TO EXPECT

Here at Climb Tulsa, we cater to those who seek adventure, fun, and a healthy lifestyle through climbing. We strive to maintain an atmosphere that is conducive to learning, community, fitness, risk awareness and respect.

Please be advised that because climbing is dangerous and involves inherent risks, it is not safe. In this industry, we work to reduce risks as much as possible, but risks will always be present in the sport of climbing.

Frequently Asked Question’s

A: YES! We sell passes to climb for the day and rent out climbing equipment to those who don’t yet own any. There are many areas inside great for beginners, and plenty more to help you improve. Aside from that, all we require is a completed online waiver for any and all visitors (participants and spectators alike). All first-time visitors run through our 10-15 minute facility orientation to learn about the dangers of climbing and how to mitigate/reduce risk. We want YOU to come CLIMB with us! Description text goes here
A: Climb Tulsa recommends that if you are bringing in a group of 10 or more climbers that you book a group offering. Group information and booking can be found here.
A: Not necessarily, to just boulder and use our auto belays, an individual will need to purchase a climbing pass ($19) and a full gear rental ($8). If you want to top rope, you will need to take our Top Rope Training Course. While we have 5 auto belay lanes, we have about 40 top rope lanes. So, learning to top rope gives an individual access to a lot more climbingDescription text goes here
A: YES! We recommend ages 5 and above, but that is not a requirement (however, our minimum weight to climb is 25 lbs.). We don’t set our climbing for certain ages, but rather skill level. It is most recommended (but not at all required) to enroll in our kids programs. You can also just drop in for the day to try it out!
A: Climb Tulsa recommends that if you are bringing in a group of 10 or more climbers that you book a group offering. Group information and booking can be found here.
A: We have a required adult to child ratio of 1 to 3 for children under 13. All children under 13 must be ACTIVELY supervised by their attending adult. Minors 13 and over may be in the facility without an attending adult provided they follow all gym rules.

Climbing Is Inherently Dangerous

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FIRST TIME?

No worries! Just follow the simple steps below.

STEP 1:

FILLING OUT A WAIVER:

Save some time and fill out the waiver online before you arrive. Everyone that enters our climbing area past the lobby must fill out a waiver, even if you are not climbing and only watching.

Our waivers last for one year. So if it’s been awhile since you’ve fill one out, please go ahead and do so now.

ONLY a legal parent or court-appointed guardian can fill out waivers for minors, this can also be done online. Children under 13 must be actively supervised by their attending adult.

Just click the waiver button below and it will take you through the waiver form. Once completed it will show up on our server (just don't forget to validate your email at the end).

And it’s important to always remember, CLIMBING IS INHERENTLY DANGEROUS!

CLIMB TULSA WAIVER

STEP 2:

TYPES OF CLIMBING FOR NEWER CLIMBERS:

Top Rope

This makes up the majority of our climbing walls. Top rope climbing is when a single rope runs through an anchor at the top of a wall and the two ends hang down. This is why rope climbing involves two people; a climber tied into one end of the rope and another person, called a belayer, manages slack in the rope from the ground on the other side. Top roping is great for beginners by taking our top rope training course which is offered every day.
NOTE: Climb Tulsa does not provide staff for belay services outside of scheduled group events, but instead offers the training course throughout the week. For those with children interested in climbing, many parents take the class in order to provide a belay for them.
Details about the Top Rope Training Course:
- All participants must be 13 years of age or older
- Must be 16 years or older to be in charge of someone under 13 years.
- Course duration between 45-60 minutes
- See class availability and online booking here

Pricing

Auto Belay

This is more available to walk-ins, though traffic bottle-necking is likely to occur during peak times, such as weekends.
None of our classes are necessary to use our auto belays
An auto belay is for single person use only. It uses a mechanism at the top of the wall that automatically takes slack for the climber as they ascend and lowers them when they fall or let go. We teach everyone how to properly use this in our mandatory facility orientation.
Rules of auto belays:
- No children under 13 may use auto belay carabiners without assistance of a supervising adult. Children under 13 cannot clip themselves into the autobelay.
- Share! DO NOT climb multiple times if someone is waiting
- DO NOT climb more than 3-4 feet to the left or right of where the auto belay is stationed
- DO NOT climb past, above or touch the auto belay
- Staff may commandeer at any time for instructional purposes

Pricing

Shorter walls..

Bouldering

None of our classes are necessary to boulder

There are two bouldering areas located on the second floor of our facility.
- Our main bouldering area is always open to the public during business hours.
- The secondary bouldering area, while shorter and better for smaller children, may often be reserved for kids programming or group events.

Bouldering is climbing on shorter walls over softer padded surfaces. Because of the shorter heights and padding, no harness or ropes are used for this type of climbing. This also allows for those wanting to climb on a walk-in basis a space to do so. In bouldering every fall is a ground fall. Everyone in the bouldering area must be very aware of their surrounding (especially above) and those with children need to be actively reminding them of fall zones.

Feel free to call ahead and check the availability of this area if you are bringing young ones.

Pricing

Important things to know before you climb with us:

Climbing is an inherently dangerous activity. Climbing is not considered to be a safe activity. Risk management must always be your number one priority at Climb Tulsa. Climbing or bouldering can result in falls, and falls from any height can lead to serious injury or even death. If you have any questions about the risks of climbing in our facility, please do not hesitate to ask us. While Climb Tulsa works to minimize risk as much as possible, all risks cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity. Ultimately, you are responsible for your own safety!
Everyone that enters our climbing area past the lobby must fill out a waiver, even if they are not climbing. If you haven't filled one out in the last year or since we have opened our new location, please go ahead and do so now. Our waivers last for one year. ONLY a legal parent or court appointed guardian can fill out waivers for minors. You can have a legal guardian fill out a waiver online for the minor before they come. Once completed it will show up on our server (just don't forget to validate your email at the end).

Climb Tulsa’s Rules

Climbing is Dangerous. Safety must always be your number one priority at Climb Tulsa. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those around you. DO NOT walk under others who are climbing or bouldering. DO NOT distract belayers or spotters. When you are climbing be aware of who is below you or in your fall zone and communicate clearly with your spotter or belayer any dangers
Always be encouraging to every person inside these walls. Negative or derogatory conversation will not be tolerated.
All children 13 and under MUST BE SUPERVISED by attending adults at all times.
There can be no more than 3 children under the age of 13 per supervising adult.
Only Climb Tulsa staff may teach belaying. You may not teach belaying.
All climbers, belayers, and observers must be checked in and have an active waiver on file.
No running or horseplay.
Use of fitness equipment is not allowed by anyone under the age of 16 without direct supervision of a staff member.
Climbing barefoot is not allowed and you must keep your shirt on.
If not wearing climbing shoes, shoes must be approved by management before climbing on our walls.
No children under the age of 13 may use an Autobelay without assistance from a supervising adult.
All climbing gear must be removed before entering restrooms.
All persons in a rope climbing area must receive an Autobelay orientation from a staff member.
Belayers must stand while belaying
Do not climb/boulder beneath another climber.
Do not climb on or swing from the ropes.
Following or top-roping is not allowed on lead-only routes.
Smoking or using E-cigarettes is not permitted on Climb Tulsa property unless in designated area.
Headphones may not be used in the facility when belaying or rope climbing
Cursing or foul language is not appropriate in this facility. If you choose to ignore this rule you will be asked to leave.
All climbing equipment in use at Climb Tulsa must be manufactured specifically for rock climbing and must be within the manufacturer’s recommended useful lifespan.

Belay Tests

All proficiency tests must be requested upon arriving at Climb Tulsa.
Top rope tests can be completed on any assisted braking device.
Participants must tie in with a Rewoven Figure 8.
Participants must belay using a designated brake hand.
Lead Tests can be completed on any assisted braking device.
Lead Test participants must be comfortable climbing, falling, and belaying on lead.

CLIMBING EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

Harness Minimum Requirements

Intact label showing certification and production information
EN 12277 Standard or UIAA 105 Standard
Reinforced Belay Loop
Designated tie-in point/points
Within manufacturer lifespan (10 years)
Recreational climbing designation – industrial, tactical, tree work harnesses not acceptable
Good condition with no visible wear or damage to the harness

Carabiner Minimum Requirements

Legible markings showing certification information
EN 12275 Standard or UIAA 121 Standard
All gates and locking mechanisms must be in reliable working condition
Belay carabiners must be locking carabiners (screwgate, twistlock, and triplelock carabiners are acceptable)

Belay Device Minimum Requirements

Legible markings showing certification information
UIAA 129 Standard, EN 15151-1, or EN 15151-2 Standard
Compatible with 9.8-10.2 mm ropes
Good condition with no visible damage
Must be an assisted braking device

Lead Rope Minimum Requirements

EN 892:2012+A1:2016 Standard or UIAA 101 Standard
Single rated rope (double and twin ropes are not acceptable)
Minimum 40 meters in length
Within manufacturer lifespan (5 years)
Good condition with no significant wear (core shots)